Borders Forest Trust (BFT) is a charity established to restore native woodland habitats to Southern Scotland, an area with the lowest percentage of native woodlands in mainland Scotland. Since 1996, they have been working towards planting trees, restoring peatlands and other natural habitats, enriching the biological diversity of around 31 sq km in the Southern Uplands. They demonstrate large scale ecological restoration in action, and inspire landowners, statutory bodies, local communities and policy makers to embrace this alternative model for land use and conservation.

Fundraising to date at BFT has seen success, but it has been responsive and ad-hoc as opposed to planned according to strategic need. To achieve their mission, and provide sustainable long-term income, in May 2025 they invested in their first dedicated Development Manager. The post holder has recently secured the Chief Executive post at BFT and as such, we are looking to back fill the role of Development Manager.

The Development Manager will join BFT at an exciting stage, they are about to embark on a new period of strategic development, and from the work undertaken by the previous post holder since May 2025, the organisation understands the importance of fundraising to their future.

They are looking for a fundraiser who will thrive on the challenge of designing and implementing their own fundraising strategy aligned with the organisations new strategic plan, and who can provide the expertise needed to build income across all areas. Trusts, membership, corporate partnerships and philanthropy are untapped areas of potential, so experience across at least one of the key areas will be essential for the successful candidate to evidence.

Location: Hybrid based from the Jedburgh office in the Scottish Borders, with travel around the Scottish Borders.

Salary: £37,000 – 41,000 per annum / pro-rata

Working hours: 3 to 4 days per week, to suit the candidate

The Royal Scottish Forestry Society is seeking new Trustees!

Are you interested in taking on a new challenge for a new year?

In response to expanding the capacity of the Board and succession planning, the Royal Scottish Forestry Society is seeking up to five new trustees.

We anticipate that you can provide evidence of transferable skills at senior level, or experience of operating as a trustee or non-executive director.

Applications of those with experience of the following areas will be prioritised:

• Communications, stakeholder engagement and public relations;
• Involvement in forestry, woodland management, or timber utilisation at senior level;
• Forest education and vocational learning, including CPD;
• People, HR, employment law and organisational culture;
• Business, finance or operations at senior executive level.

About RSFS

The Royal Scottish Forestry Society, formed in 1854, is an educational charity focussing on promoting the understanding of trees, woods and forestry. Every year RSFS puts on what we believe to be the most extensive programme of practical forestry events across Scotland.

The Society has published a semi-academic journal,Scottish Forestry, since 1858 promoting all aspects of good practice in forestry. All back issues are available to Members via our website.

The Society has a mix of individual and organisational Members. Our membership includes professional foresters and managers, woodlands owners and many others with an interest in trees and woods.

RSFS is also the parent entity of Cashel Forest Trust, a charity based near Balmaha, in East Loch Lomond.

Who we are looking for:

We would like applicants to:

• Empathise with our vision, mission and aims;
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to devote the necessary time and effort;
• Exercise sound and independent judgement;
• Think and apply knowledge creatively and strategically;
• Keep themselves and the charity mission-focused;
• Analyse and evaluate information and other evidence in the execution of their duties.

Are you passionate about making a difference to the climate crisis by inspiring parents to take action? Do you have experience of community organising . If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are particularly keen to hear from people who experience marginalisation and minoritisation or who are often excluded from decision-making processes. For example, people of colour; people from working-class backgrounds; people from LGBTQ and migrant communities; care-experienced young people and people with disabilities.

About us

Parents for Future Scotland became a charity less than 2 years ago as a result of grassroots parent organising across Scotland and are now a small staff team with a growing network of activists. We are seeking to make climate action the norm among all parents in Scotland. We are in the midst of a big step change, increasing our influence and reach across the country, and we need you to help us in doing that. This post will build on work undertaken in Aberdeen. It is the only post in the North of Scotland.

Main tasks

• Building and growing a solid network of parent volunteers in Aberdeen, and supporting them to mobilise to combat climate issues that affect them.
• Skilling up the network of volunteers by delivering appropriate trainings and supporting them to build their own networks.
• Collaborating with other climate organisations in Aberdeen to amplify each other's work and building a stronger climate network in the region which supports the sharing of information across groups at key times.
• Piloting our successful Air Pollution programme in Aberdeen schools; editing resources to be area-specific, building relationships with the education department and recruiting and training parent volunteers to deliver air pollution talks to parents in schools.
• Contribute to hustings taking part in Aberdeen and surrounding areas in the run up to the Scottish Parliament election.
• Share the work taking place in Aberdeen on our community WhatsApp channels and socials
• Travel to the Central Belt regularly to meet and exchange learnings with the wider PfFS team

Are you right for the role?

We want to create a world which is climate-safe for all children, everywhere. Forever. This is not just a job but an outlook, a vision and a way of being which inspires change through hope, love and connection….and work! Our key values which thread through all delivery are: Hope with Unity, Kindness and Compassion, Truth and Honesty, Self-responsibility, Dignity and Respect, Quality, Open Minds and Curiosity and a Learning Mindset - skilling ourselves up and others is ongoing. If this resonates with you then you’re in the right place!

• Our aim is to reach communities from marginalised groups whose voices are least often heard. Do you have lived experience or have you worked with communities who experience multiple barriers?
• Are you passionate about making a difference to the climate crisis by challenging the systems that perpetuate it, and do you understand the challenges of being a parent activist?
• Are you a good networker who can bring people together and undertake partnership working?
• Do you have experience of talking to different audiences and tailoring your messaging towards their priorities?
• Are you able to work both autonomously and in a team, and prioritise a busy workload?
• Do you have knowledge or experience of community organising? We can train you, but a basis in this approach would be extremely helpful.

What we offer

• Three days per week on a self-employed basis at £200 per day for 46 weeks until 31 December 2026 (£27,600)
• We offer a flexible working environment, ideal for juggling the pressures of being a working parent.
• Working from home
• We are a fledgling organisation so your skills/expertise will help shape our direction
• You will work closely with the CEO and our Community Organiser, who will support you throughout
• There is a high likelihood that we can continue the work undertaken in this role past the current funding period.

About Urban Roots

Urban Roots is a community-led environmental and health improvement charity based in the Southside of Glasgow. For over ten years we have worked alongside local residents and volunteers to establish and support a network of community gardens and woodlands. We also deliver healthy cooking programmes and outdoor learning and play activities for children and young people.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and organised Volunteer Coordinator to lead on the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of volunteers across our community and environmental projects.

You will be responsible for managing volunteer enquiries, promoting volunteering opportunities, ensuring best practice in volunteer involvement, and supporting colleagues to work effectively with volunteers to deliver high-quality, inclusive programmes.

Strong experience in volunteer coordination is essential. Experience of working in the third sector and/or an interest in environmental or community-based work is highly desirable.

If you are passionate about people, inclusion, and making a positive difference in communities, we would love to hear from you.

More information about our work can be found at urbanroots.org.uk